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About Americarb Americarb is a family-owned manufacturing company established in 2002, based in Niagara Falls, NY and Ashland, OH. We process high-temperature carbon, graphite, and ceramic materials for critical applications in aerospace, defense, semiconductors, and energy

• running industrial furnaces and applying advanced engineering and material science to solve problems in harsh environments.

We're riding the wave of U.S. manufacturing revitalization, building jobs for skilled workers, and strengthening the defense industrial base. Americarb supplies carbon materials for missile defense systems and energy storage technologies and was awarded a $13M Department of War contract to modernize facilities and expand production capacity for solid rocket motors. Position Summary The Product Line Manager serves as the commercial and technical point of contact for Americarb's vacuum furnace product line

• entering and tracking purchase orders through the manufacturing process, working closely with the Manufacturing Engineer on product design, and partnering with supply chain to oversee inventory.

You'll support customers who operate industrial furnaces, helping design and deliver carbon/carbon and graphite components for their operations. We're looking for 5+ years of technical or industrial sales experience, ideally with advanced materials or engineered components. Key Responsibilities Serve as the primary liaison between customers, sales, and manufacturing for vacuum furnace product line orders. Enter and track purchase orders through the full manufacturing process, from order intake to delivery. Work closely with the Manufacturing Engineer to design carbon/carbon fixtures, tooling, and furnace components that meet customer requirements. Partner with the supply chain team to oversee inventory levels and ensure materials are available to meet production timelines. Manage relationships with house accounts and support new business development for vacuum furnace customers. Understand customer technical requirements and align Americarb's capabilities and production schedule to meet them. Collaborate with operations, quality, and supply chain to ensure on-time delivery and customer satisfaction. Track and report on pipeline, order status, and market trends. Qualifications Bachelor's degree in Business, Engineering, Materials Science, or related field preferred. 5+ years in technical or industrial sales, ideally with carbon composites, graphite, or engineered materials. Strong technical background with an understanding of composite materials and furnace operations Proven ability to work cross-functionally with engineering, manufacturing, and supply chain teams. Experience with purchase order management, inventory tracking, or supply chain coordination is a plus. Proficiency with CRM/ERP systems, Microsoft 365, and virtual meeting platforms. Knowledge of furnaces and furnace operations is a plus.

Culture & Values:

At Americarb, you won't get lost in layers of bureaucracy. You'll work side by side with leadership, engineers, and operators to modernize U.S. manufacturing.

Our values:

Mission-First Mindset

• delivering solutions for defense and energy security Hands-on Leadership
• visible, present, and trusted on the plant floor Transparency & Collaboration
• decisions made together, aligned with impact Growth Mindset
• developing people alongside processes Problem-Solving Culture
• take initiative, fix bottlenecks, keep the mission moving Benefits Medical, dental, and vision insurance (co-pay) Disability and life insurance 401(k) retirement plan Paid Time Off (PTO) FMLA, Workers' Compensation, and Disability in accordance with OH state policy Benefits begin 90 days after hire date Americarb is an equal opportunity employer.

Pay:

$100,000.00

• $120,000.

00 per year

Work Location:

In person